Infosys collaborates with University of Cambridge to establish AI lab in London; expands Living Lab to drive innovation

Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, has announced a major collaboration with the University of Cambridge to establish a new AI Lab in London. This new facility is aimed at advancing research and innovation to help enterprises leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for transformative business solutions.

As part of this initiative, Infosys also unveiled an expanded Living Lab in London, which will act as a hub for innovation, enabling businesses to prototype and test AI-driven solutions. The Living Lab is a part of Infosys’ global network of over 12 such centers.

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Key Highlights:

  • New AI Lab Collaboration: Infosys and the University of Cambridge will work together to foster cutting-edge AI research and practical applications, contributing to real-world challenges faced by enterprises. This collaboration will support Infosys’ goal to help businesses harness AI for significant positive impact.
  • Infosys Living Labs Expansion: The Living Lab in London, located in Canary Wharf, will offer clients a space to explore AI-powered digital transformation, featuring solutions like Infosys Topaz (AI-first offerings) and Infosys Cobalt (cloud-powered solutions). The lab will provide interactive demonstrations, workshops, and personalized consultations to assist enterprises in their digital transformation journeys.
  • State-of-the-art facility: The expanded lab spans 25,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 200 employees. The premises have received the Gold SKA Rating, the highest sustainability standard, recognizing its eco-friendly design focusing on energy efficiency, water use, and waste management.

Leadership Remarks:

  • Tarang Puranik, EVP and Head of Delivery for Europe at Infosys, highlighted the importance of the Living Labs in supporting enterprises through their digital transformation, stating, “Our Living Labs in London will help enterprises adapt to rapidly changing business cycles and accelerate their digital transformation journey with strategic innovations.”
  • Feryal Clark, Minister for Digital Government and AI, expressed excitement about the potential of AI in driving growth for the UK economy, saying, “Infosys’ new London base will support organizations and researchers to fuel innovations that will deliver meaningful change across the UK.”
  • Colm-cille Caulfield, Head of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge, emphasized the collaborative effort to push AI research boundaries, saying, “We are delighted to strengthen our collaboration with Infosys through this new AI Lab to harness AI for disruptive advances in science, business, and society.”

With over 25 years of presence in the UK, Infosys continues to expand its footprint, demonstrating its commitment to fostering innovation and technological evolution through strategic investments like the Living Lab and AI Lab in collaboration with the University of Cambridge.